Located on the Western edge of Silicon Valley, Saratoga is known locally for its suburban small-town feel, wineries, and high-end boutiques. Saratoga is bordered by Cupertino and San Jose to the north, a small portion of Campbell and Los Gatos to the east, and Monte Sereno to the southeast. The City is well known for its excellent schools. Saratoga offers a high quality of life to its residents and a chance to escape the hustle of Silicon Valley.

In 1890, renowned winemaker Paul Masson opened his Mountain Winery in Saratoga, planting French champagne grapes in the rich California soil. Saratoga’s identity continued to transform throughout the 1900’s, as orchards were replaced by homes and the palatial estates of the valley’s wealthy businessmen and politicians. One of the most impressive of these is Villa Montalvo, established in 1912 by United States Senator James Phelan, and now a hub for Saratoga’s art and music scene.

The valley’s shift towards suburban and urban living in the years after World War II cemented Saratoga’s status as a residential community and its reputation as an excellent place to live. In 1956, wary of potential annexation plans from San Jose, the residents of Saratoga voted to incorporate and establish their own City government.

Living in Saratoga

The Village, Saratoga’s historic downtown district, is filled to the brim with unique shops and fine dining destinations. Saratoga’s dedication to retaining its small-town feel means that smaller, locally owned shops aren’t the exception – they’re the standard. Popular Downtown Saratoga restaurants are The Plumed Horse, La Fondue, The Basin, Bella Saratoga and La Mere Michelle. Major attractions of Saratoga include Villa Montalvo, Hakone Gardens, and the Mountain Winery.

Real Estate in Saratoga

Saratoga real estate is heavily sought after. This is premium, luxury real estate. Neighborhoods in Saratoga include Brookview and Pride’s Crossing in the north part of the city, Blue Hills and Greenbrier in the northwest area, and Congress Springs in the southwestern corner of Saratoga. The Golden Triangle, a name invented by real estate agents, is an area consisting mostly of four-bedroom ranch homes on quarter acre lots. Northeast of the Golden Triangle is a neighborhood known as Saratoga Woods, a small community located behind Prospect High School. Bellgrove Circle is a popular neighborhood located next to highway 85. The land of Bellgrove Circle, once used as a vineyard, was previously owned by Paul Masson Winery and is east of Saratoga Avenue and north of the 85 freeway. Parker Ranch is a very affluent neighborhood with 1-acre minimum lots, west of Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road and up into the hills.

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Willow Glen is a prominent neighborhood of San Jose. It began as a marshy area with numerous willow trees surrounding the Los Gatos Creek and Guadalupe River. It was drained in the early 1900’s and planted with orchards. By the 1930’s the growth of the community made it necessary to join the City of San Jose in 1936. Willow Glen today has walkable tree-lined streets, Norman Rockwell-style charm, diverse architecture, specialty shops, and independent businesses.

Living in Willow Glen

The historic Downtown Willow Glen on Lincoln Avenue between Willow Street and Minnesota Avenue is a well-known “walkable” downtown community. Here you will find a bustling shopping district filled with shoppers, strollers and dogs walking up and down the sweeping tree-lined sidewalks. Popular restaurants in Downtown are The Table, Opa, Aqui’s, Siena Bistro and Yuki Sushi.

Willow Glen residents have a distinct Christmas tree decoration tradition. This annual custom involves buying similar, very small, Christmas Trees and placing them in the front yard 10 feet from the sidewalk with multicolored lights. The uniform look is striking and brings a lot of cheer to the holidays.

Real Estate in Willow Glen

Willow Glen has a diverse mix of homes — high-end luxury, 100 year-old Victorians, small bungalows, traditional ranchers, condos and townhomes. The area has trended more toward upwardly mobile professionals, as the neighborhood’s biggest concentration of people are between 25 and 55 years old.

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Situated in the middle of three majors highways, Milpitas is referred to as the “Crossroads of Silicon Valley.” Convenient to just about everything, it is located at the southernmost point of San Francisco Bay. Living here provides residents with access to a highly rated school system, many shopping areas, and a variety of parks for fun and exercise. It’s traversed by three major highways, which makes commuting to and from the city a breeze. All in all, Milpitas is a clean, safe and generally pleasant place to live with a vibrant local economy.

Living in Milpitas

Milpitas is a city of professionals and has attracted many young people in their 20s and 30s who are starting and growing their careers. At the present time both Cisco Systems and Lifescan, Inc are two of the prominent employers in Milpitas. In addition to the convenience of the location for driving, there is also a new light rail service.

The backdrop to life in Milpitas is the foothills and mountains of the Diablo Range. Monument Peak stands above the rest to the east. It has become a well-recognized landmark in the city. There is an abundance of natural beauty in this community with the many creeks and reservoirs. Through trails in Ed Levin County Park, hikers and naturalists have a route to Monument Peak. There is much more to enjoy in the park beyond. For adventurous souls there is hang gliding and paragliding. There are also numerous sports facilities and a dog park for furry friends. Milpitas is also home to two golf courses: Spring Valley Golf Course and Summitpointe Golf Course.

The arts community in Milpitas is also thriving and offers many opportunities to its residents. The Milpitas Alliance for the Arts provides numerous cultural activities such as theater performances and public art. Milpitas has a number of restaurants and is home to The Great Mall of the Bay Area. For a change of pace a few miles drive into the foothills is Big Dog Vineyards, a small privately owned winery.

Milpitas has a well-respected public school system. The schools in this community have consistently been highly rated year after year.

Real Estate in Milpitas

Milpitas’ housing market remains affordable relative to the majority of Santa Clara County. There are exclusive gated developments located adjacent to the two golf courses. New neighborhoods are also being developed, such as the Cobblestone condominiums and townhomes that are perfect for first-time buyers.

Milpitas Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Milpitas CA

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Downtown San Jose has a lot to offer for those longing for recreation, sports, dining, shopping, night life, arts and events. It is the central business district of San Jose.

The area that now makes up downtown was first settled 1797. In 1850, San Jose incorporated to become California’s first city and the location of California’s first state capitol. In the 1980’s a revitalization project was initiated to build new hotels, office space, condominiums, museums, theaters and parks; to widen or re-align streets, and to build parking lots and garages. Today, Downtown San Jose can be considered the cultural heart of Silicon Valley.

Living in Downtown San Jose

Located in the city is an incredible array of events that are held at the many theaters, art galleries and museums. Choices for an evening out at the theater could be a performance at the California Theater, the Montgomery Theater, Parkside Hall, The Center for the Performing Arts or at City National Civic and South Hall. San Jose also provides the venues for a lengthy list of festivals and conventions that are held here throughout the year. The SAP Center at San Jose is one of the most active venues for events in the world.

Downtown San Jose has all the features of an urban metropolitan area. Office buildings, stores, residences and many restaurants make up the mix. There is a nightclub district called SoFA, for South First Area. The San Pedro Square Farmer’s Markets is a favorite spot on weekends for local and organic produce and gourmet treats. The main San Jose Library is a collaboration between the city of San Jose and San Jose State University. Sports are popular here and the city has a number of major league teams: the San Jose Sharks of the NHL, the San Jose Earthquakes of Major League Soccer, and the San Jose SaberCats of the Arena Football League.

Downtown San Jose buildings are not allowed to exceed 27 stories in height due to their close proximity to the Mineta San Jose Airport flight path. The area is home to many of the city’s landmarks; including the headquarters of Adobe Systems, BEA Systems, the San Jose Museum of Art, the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose, the Tech Museum of Innovation, the San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles, the San Jose Repertory Theatre, the San Jose Stage Company, the historic De Anza Hotel, the Fairmont Hotel, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph, and the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library. Downtown San Jose is home to the campus of San Jose State University. SJSU is the founding campus of the California State University system and the oldest public university on the west coast of the United States.

Real Estate in Downtown San Jose

Neighborhoods in and around downtown offer a range of lifestyles. Those who choose to live in condos in the heart of the action will experience a busy, energetic and sometime pulsing experience. Just a few blocks away, in 100-year-old homes, residents enjoy a blend of serenity and calm, mixed with just the right amount of city swagger. Downtown San Jose’s early 20th century housing is diverse and includes many smaller Victorian homes along with a few fairly large gingerbread or Italianate-style Victorians, Craftsman, Mission and California Bungalow architecture in the neighborhoods surrounding the downtown core.

Morgan Hill and Gilroy two separate, small South County communities are located south of San Jose and are surrounded by the Santa Cruz mountain range to the west and the Diablo mountain range to the east. Their picturesque hillside settings and exceptional quality of life are very appealing. What is remarkable about this region is the proximity to varied activities due to their accessibility to nearby locales.

Living in Morgan Hill and Gilroy

With its mild climate, the Morgan Hill-Gilroy area is home to some of California’s premium winemakers. The weather is similar to that of Italy, attracting many Italians to the region, making this area known as Little Tuscany . Gilroy is the “Garlic Capital of the World” and is home to the annual Garlic Festival that is held each July. Morgan Hill is known for its peaceful residential environment, its award-winning parks, golf course and recreation programs, and for its “urban forest,” for which the city has won Tree City USA awards annually since 1979.

Parks and open spaces are prevalent in both communities and help preserve the small town atmosphere. Yet the commute to places of work in Silicon Valley is relatively short. There are exceptional regional and state parks and reservoirs near the communities of Morgan Hill and Gilroy. Mt Madonna County Park is known for its towering redwood forest. Uvas Canyon is a very pretty area for hiking and horseback riding and the Henry W Coe State Park has incredible scenery, abundant wildflowers and challenging hikes. The many local reservoirs are fun places for boating and fishing.

Real Estate in Morgan Hill and Gilroy

Gilroy is a very attractive community in Silicon Valley for its affordability and its access to new construction. Homes prices range from the $400,000 to $1,200,000 allowing for many younger families to get themselves established. Morgan Hill is pricier, with its beautiful estates ranging from $1,200,00 to $5,000,000.

Homes for Sale in Morgan Hill and Gilroy CA

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Mountain View is a clean, safe community with beautiful scenery, diverse food, chic shopping and a happening nightlife. Its many subdivisions and the vibrant downtown have small town charm with everything that a larger city has to offer.

Mountain View is situated only ten miles from San Jose and 35 miles from San Francisco. The Mountain View economy is comprised of numerous area small businesses as well as some of the world’s most well- known corporations. Most notably, Google, Mozilla Foundation, Symantec and Intuit have all built their headquarters in Mountain View.

Living in Mountain View

Mountain View’s pedestrian-friendly downtown is absolutely beautiful. The hub of activity is Castro Street. There are a variety of restaurants with a huge range of ethnic choices. Fast food is actually banned within the city limits, giving rise to many unique local eateries. The city boasts of Chez TJ, one of the few restaurants rated by the Michelin Guide in the Bay Area. Tied House, located next door, was one of the first brewpubs in the Bay Area, and is a popular stop in downtown. One of the finest festivals in the region is held every year in Mountain View.

The Art and Wine Festival showcases art, food booths, wine and beer and many kids’ activities. There are a number of fun local bookstores and a weekly farmer’s market on Castro Street. For arts and culture, Mountain View has great opportunities with the Mountain View Performing Arts Center housing two stages and a constant flow of talent.

Real Estate in Mountain View

Communities in Mountain View include a wide range of styles and sizes to suit the needs from the single professional to a growing family. Popular neighborhoods in Mountain View include Rex Manor, Martens-Carmelita and Cuernavaca. Rex Manor retains much of its original charm from the 1950s with white picket fences and flagstone paths. Martens-Carmelita has many smaller homes that have been renovated and remodeled ranging in style from cottages, to red-tiled roofs to contemporary updates. Cuernavaca offers a planned community with lovely Spanish-style homes.

Mountain View Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Mountain View CA

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There is a lot to love about Sunnyvale. The beautiful Mediterranean climate here affords residents mild winters and warm and dry summers, enabling more time outdoors to enjoy all that Sunnyvale has to offer. Sunnyvale is primarily a suburban community with many lovely single-family homes that reflect pride of ownership. It is dotted with parks and recreational activities and is known for its safety and the quality of its schools.

Living in Sunnyvale

Some of the nation’s most successful business and industrial leaders are located in Sunnyvale including Yahoo! and Lockheed Martin Space Systems.

Sunnyvale is able to offer a wealth of community services to its citizens. Sunnyvale has made a commitment to providing parks and open space. There are actually eighteen parks in Sunnyvale with dog parks, swimming pools, water parks, fitness trails and sports facilities. There are many education and special programs available at the Sunnyvale Public Library and there are many venues for theater and music. For the size of the city, public transportation in Sunnyvale is quite heavily used. Mostly, people who use it for their daily commute are taking the bus. For Sunnyvale, the benefits are reduced air pollution and congestion on the highways.

There is no shortage of shopping in Sunnyvale. Throughout the city, there are nearly fifty neighborhood and regional shopping centers making shopping here very convenient. For something a little different, Murphy Avenue in Downtown Sunnyvale is a historic business district with many boutiques and restaurants. Popular events are the Thai festival, the Art and Wine festival as well as one of the best farmer’s markets in the Bay Area. The wide range of musical acts that perform at the market make it worth getting up on Saturday mornings.

Real Estate in Sunnyvale

Popular neighborhoods for purchasing a home are Sunnyvale West, the Heritage District, Birdland and San Miguel. Within this southern half are several neighborhoods that account for a large number of Eichler homes throughout residential Sunnyvale. More specifically, there are 16 housing tracts containing over 1100 Eichler homes.

Sunnyvale CA Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Sunnyvale CA

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In 2013, Forbes listed Cupertino as #7 in the nation for the most educated places in America. Cupertino has grown from being a small, agricultural village at the crossroads of Saratoga-Mountain View Road and Stevens Creek Road to becoming one of the most sought after zip codes in Silicon Valley. Cupertino plays a significant role in the development of this region. As the headquarters of Apple, Inc., the city of Cupertino is known worldwide. For its residents, Cupertino provides all the comforts of a suburban lifestyle with lovely homes, institutions of higher learning, and proximity to all that the San Francisco and San Jose have to offer as well.

Living in Cupertino

Rich in agricultural history, once plum, cherry and apricot orchards covered the landscape. That heritage is still alive today with fourteen parks for fun and recreation and a weekly farmers market. Deep Cliff Golf Course draws golfers from around the Bay Area. Picchetti Winery, started in the 1890’s and located in the foothills, produces 9000 cases of award-winning wine and offers wine tasting and picnics.

Residents in Cupertino enjoy temperate weather conditions here year-round. Temperatures are generally moderate and are often more pleasant than in surrounding area. Stargazing is actually a popular pastime due to the clear, night skies of Cupertino.

In addition to the many high technology firms located in Cupertino, it is home to DeAnza College. De Anza College was established in 1967 to help to educated students for further employment in the many industries that are represented in Cupertino and the region. The commitment to education can be seen throughout the school system as well. Monta Vista, Lynbrook and Cupertino high schools are highly sought out.

Real Estate in Cupertino

Cupertino is one of the premiere communities in Silicon Valley. With its excellent schools, hundreds of acres of open space and parks, and even wineries nestled in its foothills, this is a prime destination for homebuyers. The homes here represent a wide range of architectural styles. There are many tiled roofs with Spanish influence, Craftsman cottages, and designs that incorporate sweeping windows to best take in the view. Unique to Cupertino is a neighborhood of Eichler homes, a design known as mid-century modern. Buyer demand for homes in Cupertino is at an all-time high.

Cupertino Real Estate and Homes for Sale in Cupertino CA

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